CM Sukhu Pays Tribute to Former PM Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Shimla, August 16: On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Chief Minister Sukhu paid his respects. He also responded to yoga guru Baba Ramdevs comments regarding corruption and paper leaks in government recruitment. CM Sukhu told the media, Atal Bihari Vajpayee often stayed at his residence in Prini, Manali during his ... Read more CM Sukhu Pays Tribute to Former PM Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Bihar chef Nand Yadav earns invite to King Charles's Royal Garden Party
Bihar chef Nand Yadav earns invite to King Charless Royal Garden Party
Bihar BJP Criticizes Congress Over Vande Mataram Controversy
Patna, August 16: The Bihar BJP has launched a strong attack on Congress regarding the reactions of Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge during the singing of Vande Mataram at the Congress headquarters. Party leaders assert that the public will not tolerate such actions from Congress. BJP state president Sanjay Sarawagi stated, The disrespect ... Read more Bihar BJP Criticizes Congress Over Vande Mataram Controversy
2025 Bihar Poll Turnout Higher Than US, UK, France, Spain And Japan: CEC
Gyanesh Kumar says Bihar recorded its highest-ever Assembly election turnout after SIR
Bihar recorded higher turnout than US, UK, France in assembly polls after SIR: CEC
Successful SIR in Bihar led to record turnout in 2025 Assembly polls: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday asserted that the successful Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar last year had led to a significant rise in voter turnout in the assembly polls that followed. Speaking to reporters at Patna airport, the CEC, who is on a two-day tour of the state, said the voting percentage in the 2025 Bihar assembly polls was higher than turnouts witnessed in advanced countries such as the US, the UK and France. Bihar is the land where Vaishali, the cradle of democracy, is situated. We take pride in the fact that the SIR was conducted here successfully for the first time, Kumar said. The CEC pointed out that following the mammoth exercise, conducted over a three-month period during which around 70 lakh names were knocked off the electoral rolls, a sharp rise was seen in the voter turnout when assembly polls which were held soon afterwards. As you all know, men and women came out in large numbers to vote and the
Amit Shah Criticizes Congress for Ignoring Vande Mataram
Chittorgarh, August 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a 21-foot statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Nimbahera, Chittorgarh district, Rajasthan, on Saturday. During the event, he also launched and laid the foundation stone for 944 development projects worth approximately 5,659 crore across 15 districts in Rajasthan. Upon his arrival, Rajasthan Chief ... Read more Amit Shah Criticizes Congress for Ignoring Vande Mataram
PM Modi and leaders across party lines paid tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his seventh death anniversary, recalling his vision, democratic values, good governance and contributions to Indias development.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Death Anniversary: PM Leads Tribute, Others Hail 'Visionary Leader'
PM Modi and leaders across party lines paid tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his seventh death anniversary, recalling his vision, democratic values, good governance and contributions to...
Uttarakhand CM Pays Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Dehradun, August 16: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid heartfelt tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. He offered floral tributes at Vajpayees portrait in the Chief Ministers residence. CM Dhami remarked that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a devotee of Mother India, a nationalist thinker, an ... Read more Uttarakhand CM Pays Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Tribute to a Visionary Leader
Lucknow, August 16: On the eighth death anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid homage by laying a wreath at his statue in Lok Bhawan, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. During the tribute, the Chief Minister highlighted Vajpayees remarkable six-decade public life, which was deeply rooted ... Read more Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Tribute to a Visionary Leader
CM Yogi Adityanath pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on eighth death anniversary
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Jharkhand Leaders Pay Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Ranchi, August 16: On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, BJP leaders and workers gathered at the Jharkhand Assembly complex to pay their respects. During the event, Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi referred to Vajpayee as the countrys Ajatashatru, noting that he was respected by both the ... Read more Jharkhand Leaders Pay Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
UP leaders pay tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary
Lucknow, Aug 16 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, BJP state president, Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, the partys general secretary (organisation) Dharampal Singh, and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak on Sunday paid heartfelt tributes to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his []
PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary, calls him
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, remembering him as an extraordinary statesman whose vision and commitment to public service continue to inspire generations. Vajpayee, one of Indias most prominent political leaders, died on August 16, 2018, at the [] The post PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary, calls him extraordinary statesman appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
PM Modi Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
PM Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, recalling his vision, leadership and contribution to India's development.
Leaders Pay Tribute to Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
New Delhi, August 16: On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, several leaders, including Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, paid their respects. In a post on the social media platform X, Lieutenant Governor Sinha wrote, I pay my humble tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his ... Read more Leaders Pay Tribute to Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
BJP leaders pay tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary
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Leaders Pay Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
New Delhi, August 16: President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among other leaders, paid homage to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary in New Delhi on Sunday. They participated in a prayer meeting held in memory of Vajpayee, who was honored with the title Bharat ... Read more Leaders Pay Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
The Inspiring Journey of Dashrath Manjhi: The Mountain Man Who Carved a Road Through a Mountain
New Delhi, August 16: In a small village in Bihar, surrounded by rocky hills and vast isolation, lived a man who refused to accept that geography could dictate human destiny. His name was Dashrath Manjhi, a man who had no formal education or institutional support, yet achieved an extraordinary feat by single-handedly carving a road ... Read more The Inspiring Journey of Dashrath Manjhi: The Mountain Man Who Carved a Road Through a Mountain
Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary and said he was an extraordinary statesman blessed with remarkable vision and dedicated his life to the service of the nation. Vajpayee, the first BJP leader to become prime minister, was born on December Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Vihari Vajpayee on death anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He called Vajpayee an extraordinary statesman with remarkable vision. Vajpayee dedicated his life to the service of the nation. His words and leadership inspired generations and strengthened the country. Focus on good governance and public welfare will continue to guide us.
Tributes Pour In for Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
New Delhi, August 16: On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee, various Chief Ministers, including Yogi Adityanath of Uttar Pradesh, paid their respects. Vajpayee passed away on August 16, 2018. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared a post on the social media platform X, stating, On the death ... Read more Tributes Pour In for Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
His entire life is living example of nation first spirit
His entire life is living example of nation first spirit: CM Yogi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, recalling his contribution to Indian democracy, politics and national service. [] The post His entire life is living example of nation first spirit: CM Yogi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Nation Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. In a message shared on X, Modi said that Vajpayee dedicated his life to the service of the nation.
Rice is not merely a staple crop in Kashmirit is woven into the geography, folklore, and civilizational memory of the Valley. From mythological beginnings as an aquatic expanse to the modern scientific interventions at SKUAST-Kashmir (Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology), the narrative of Kashmiri paddy reflects an ongoing balance between ecology, engineering, and economic survival. Coming from district Pulwama till recently the rice bowl of the valley, I have seen and am fully cognizant of the paddy culture of rural Kashmir. According to Kalhanas Rajatarangini and local tradition, the Kashmir Valley was once Satisar, a vast primeval lake. The desiccation of this lake laid bare rich alluvial beds, but early agrarian efforts were constantly thwarted by devastating floods along the Vitasta (Jhelum River). The true turning point in Kashmirs agricultural history arrived in the 9th century AD under King Avantivarman, the founder of the Utpala dynasty and King of Kashmir (855883 AD). His brilliant prime minister and engineer, Suyya, executed one of the greatest hydrological feats of the ancient world by a number of measures: 1. River Regulation: Suyya desilted the Vitasta at its bottleneck in Baramulla, cleared obstacles, and redirected river courses. 2. Canal Network: He established an intricate network of irrigation canals (Kulls) that regulated water distribution across flood-prone basins. 3. Economic Transformation: By preventing seasonal inundations, rice yields quadrupled almost overnight. A kharwar (a traditional measure of grain /paddy, which previously cost 200 dinnaras (medieval kashmis currency) during famines, fell to a mere 36 dinnaras. Kashmir transformed into a food-surplus state, solidifying rice as the core of its dietary, cultural, and tax identity. Mushk Budji and Fragrant varieties For centuries, Kashmiri farmers cultivated distinct indigenous landraces tailored to cold high-altitude microclimates. Chief among these was Mushk Budjia bold, short-grain aromatic rice renowned for its rich taste and intoxicating fragrance, traditionally reserved for festive occasions and royalty. Other landraces like Zag (red rice), Kamad, and Nivar thrived across temperate terraces. However, these traditional cultivars carried inherent agronomic vulnerabilities like the low yield potential and disease susceptibility with extreme vulnerability to rice blast (Magnaporthe oryzae), which repeatedly wiped-out crops. Average productivity remained under 1.52 tonnes per hectare. By the mid-20th century, rapid population growth necessitated higher productivity. Kashmir embraced semi-dwarf, cold-tolerant high-yielding varieties (HYVs), mainly derived from temperate Chinese and East Asian germplasm (such as K-39, Barkat, and early IRRI derivatives). These dwarf varieties revolutionized production. Their shorter, stiffer stalks allowed higher fertilizer application without crop collapse. The yields with these varieties surged to 56 tonnes per hectare, driving indigenous landraces like Mushk Budji to near extinction. Over the past two decades, the agricultural landscape, particularly in South Kashmir (districts like Kulgam, Pulwama, and Anantnag), has undergone a fundamental structural shift, with preference of conversion of the traditional paddy cultivation to high density apple orchards. The key drivers of land conversion are: High-Density Apple (HDA) plantations yield substantially higher net income per unit area compared to conventional paddy. Paddy farming is intensely back-breaking during transplanting (Thal) and harvesting in autumn (harud). Local labour shortages have made farmers almost entirely dependent on seasonal migrant workforces (largely from Bihar). However, the unchecked conversion of prime paddy land threatens local food sovereignty, making Kashmir increasingly reliant on external grain imports. Comparing Kashmirs paddy culture with that of other major rice-growing regions in India reveals stark contrasts in ecology, botany, agricultural practices, and socio-economic dynamics. While much of mainland India views rice through the lens of tropical, multi-crop monsoon agriculture or high-volume industrial farming, Kashmirs paddy system is defined by its temperate alpine setting, unique landraces, and distinct civilizational traditions. The Valleys high altitude (1,5002,200m above sea level) enforces a strict single-crop season (sowing in May, harvesting in September). Temperatures fall rapidly by October, causing cold injury during flowering or grain filling. Plants must mature quickly within 120140 days. On the other hand, tropical and subtropical states enjoy year-round warmth, allowing states like West Bengal and Tamil Nadu to harvest at least twice a year and in some cases even three rice crops per year on the same piece of land. In Punjab and Haryana, paddy is largely a commercial export crop (Basmati) or central pool procurement commodity. In Kashmir, paddy has been traditionally cultivated primarily for household self-sufficiency and local barter. Future of Paddy Cultivation in Kashmir valley sits at a critical intersection of economic pressures, ecological necessity, and scientific innovation. While the rapid conversion of prime agricultural land into high-density apple orchards poses an existential threat to traditional rice farming, institutional interventionsled by SKUAST-Kashmir and backed by the Union Territorys Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)are charting a sustainable path forward. These pathways are development of high yielding hybrid varieties, special niche rice like Mushk budgi and health promoting red rice (Zag tomul). In addition, research products like cold tolerant short duration varieties and finally the introduction of integrating farming systems combining paddy-cum-fish and paddy-cum-duck farming models especially in water logged areas like the wet lands of Bandipora and Kulgam. These models give farmers dual revenue streams from the same plot of land without changing land use. Conclusion From the desiccation of Satisar to the research fields of SKUAST, paddy cultivation has defined the economic and cultural rhythm of the Kashmir Valley for millennia. Today, as high-density apple orchards reshape the agrarian countryside, the survival of Kashmiri rice hinges on striking a pragmatic balance between productivity, profitability, and heritage. Through climate-resilient breeding, the revival of prized varieties like Mushk Budji, and sustainable multi-enterprise models, the Valley can secure both economic vitality and food independence. The future of Kashmiri paddy culture is not about resisting change, but ensuring that progress continues to root itself in the very soil that made our valley charming. Prof Upendra Kaul, Founder Director Gauri Kaul Foundation
Tragic Road Accident Claims Life of Government Employee in Patna on Independence Day
Patna, August 16: A tragic road accident occurred in the Supanchak area of Patna district, Bihar, claiming the life of a government employee on Independence Day. The deceased has been identified as Pramod Kumar, the son of Shatrughan Prasad Agarwal, a resident of Salimpur Ahra in the Kadamkuan area of Patna. Pramod was working as ... Read more Tragic Road Accident Claims Life of Government Employee in Patna on Independence Day
Union Minister Amit Shah visits Udaipur to unveil Atal Bihari Vajpayee statue on August 16
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Bihar's Bankipur loss prompts BJP to woo upper castes
The BJP is adjusting its Bihar strategy after a recent electoral setback. The party aims to regain support from its core upper-caste voter base. Measures include grievance redressal and financial aid for the Bharat Tiwari family. The government is considering recommendations for EWS and upper-caste students. A new portal will address student complaints regarding school facilities and examinations.
Farmer Killed in Tiger Attack at Valmiki Reserve Sparks Outrage
Patna, August 15: A tragic incident occurred at the Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) in Bihar, where a 45-year-old farmer, Vijay Haldar, lost his life due to a tiger attack on Saturday. This incident has ignited anger among local villagers, leading to traffic disruptions on the Valmikinagar-Bagaha main road. Vijay Haldar was working in his field ... Read more Farmer Killed in Tiger Attack at Valmiki Reserve Sparks Outrage
Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Pune, August 15: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 showcased thrilling matches on Saturday in Pune, featuring teams from Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In Pool B, Hockey Karnataka achieved the days biggest victory, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Meanwhile, Hockey Bihar delivered a ... Read more Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram Shine in Jr Women's Hockey
On the fourth day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026, Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured significant victories. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand 6-1, Bihar beat Goa 6-0, and Mizoram overcame Kerala 2-0. Other matches saw Assam, Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu also win, with Rajasthan and Jammu & Kashmir receiving forfeit victories.
From War To Elections: NDTV On The Ground, 'When It Really Matters'
Some days are news. Some days become history. And when history moves, what matters is being there. From Operation Sindoor and the India-Pakistan conflict to elections in Bihar and West Bengal, student protests, floods and stories from the heart of India, NDTV has been on the ground - capturing not just what happened, but why it matters.
12-Member Team Surveys Upper Assam Flood Losses, Plans Targeted Relief
A 12-member team of Maulanas from Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha has arrived in Upper Assam to assess the needs of families affected by the devastating floods in Sivasagar, Jorhat and Charaideo districts
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram register wins in Jr Women''s National Hockey Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured victories in their respective matches. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand by a commanding 6-1 margin in their game. Bihar also achieved a comprehensive 6-0 win against Goa in another contest. Mizoram earned a 2-0 victory over Kerala in their pool encounter. Other teams like Assam and Gujarat also registered wins in their divisions.
One crore jobs by 2030 and reforms in exams are top priorities of Bihar govt., says Chief Minister
Amid students agitation in the country, CM Samrat Choudhary asserted in his first I-Day speech that to ensure the prompt redressal of their grievances, a Student Support Portal will be launched on August 17 to receive applications from across Bihar
Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Legacy of Leadership and Humor
New Delhi, August 15: Atal Bihari Vajpayee was steadfast not just in name but also in actions and thoughts. He accepted differences in opinions while firmly rejecting any form of compromise on principles. His public life was exemplary and inspiring. Vajpayee approached every responsibility with dedication, integrity, and sensitivity. Despite his gentle heart, his decisions ... Read more Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Legacy of Leadership and Humor
'UPT20 League To Explore Varanasi, Gorakhpur As Future Venues': Chairman Sanjay Kapoor
UPT20 League Chairman Dr Sanjay: UPT20 League Chairman Dr Sanjay Kapoor has said the tournament could be hosted in Varanasi, Gorakhpur and other cities of Uttar Pradesh in the future, as the league looks to expand its reach and provide a bigger platform to emerging talent across the state. Speaking at the grand opening ceremony of the fourth season of the UPT20 League at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Kapoor highlighted Uttar Pradesh's vast cricketing potential and the success of the league's grassroots 'Speed Hunt' initiative. The ceremony was attended by the Chief Guest, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla, and thousands of spectators. Kapoor said the fourth season was a historic moment not only for cricket in the state but for its people, describing the tournament as a festival for Uttar Pradesh. The fourth season of the UPT20 League is a historic moment not only for the state's cricket but for every resident of Uttar Pradesh. It is not just a cricket tournament or league; it is a festival for the entire UP. Together, we will celebrate it and take the state's cricket and its talent to new heights in the coming times, Kapoor said. He also expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Rajeev Shukla for their support in helping the league grow. Kapoor placed particular emphasis on the 'Speed Hunt' campaign, a grassroots scouting programme aimed at identifying young cricketing talent from rural areas. This time, through the 'Speed Hunt' initiative, many talented children from rural areas who had limited resources got the opportunity to step forward. We conducted direct selections through this initiative with complete transparency and without charging a single rupee as a fee, he said. Kapoor revealed that players identified through the initiative are now part of all six teams competing in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. He added that several of them attracted bids worth lakhs during the auction. Today, I am proud to share that players discovered through the Speed Hunt are part of all six teams in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. These players attracted bids in lakhs during the auction, which proves that there is no shortage of talent in Uttar Pradesh. Providing the right platform to that talent is the biggest testament to our vision, he said. Kapoor revealed that players identified through the initiative are now part of all six teams competing in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. He added that several of them attracted bids worth lakhs during the auction. Also Read: Live Cricket Score This time, the league is being organised across two major cricketing hubs: Lucknow and Kanpur, which is a fantastic experience for the fans. However, since there is no dearth of talent in Uttar Pradesh and nurturing that talent remains our top priority, you might see UPT20 League matches being hosted in Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and other cities in the near future, he said. Article Source: IANS
Devotees Celebrate Hariyali Teej at Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura
Mathura, August 15: Thousands of devotees flocked to the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan to celebrate Hariyali Teej. The deity was adorned in green attire and swung on a golden and silver swing, creating a festive atmosphere. One devotee shared insights about the temple, stating, Today, on the occasion of Hariyali Teej, Thakur Ji is ... Read more Devotees Celebrate Hariyali Teej at Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura
BPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Released: Check 72nd CCE Prelims Date and Other Exam Schedules
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the BPSC Exam Calendar 2026, providing tentative dates for several recruitment examinations and selection processes. The calendar was issued through a notice dated August 14, 2026, and includes important examinations such as the
Bihar witnesses decline in number of major criminal cases of murder, dacoity, riots
Murder cases fell by 10.1%, dacoity by 31.32% & riots by 18.97%. More than 50,000 appointments made into police force in the past one and half years.
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary targets 10 million poor for ration card inclusion
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Bihar STET 2026 Registration Opens: Key Details and Eligibility Criteria
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to open online registrations for the Bihar STET 2026 on August 17. This exam is crucial for aspiring teachers at secondary and higher secondary levels in Bihar. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria based on the paper they wish to take. The application process will be entirely online, with a deadline of August 31. The exam will consist of two papers, each carrying 150 marks, and will be conducted in a computer-based format. Additionally, candidates should be aware of the age limits and application fees. For detailed steps on how to apply, read the full article.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary Hoists National Flag at Gandhi Maidan for the First Time
Patna, August 15: Bihar celebrated its 80th Independence Day with a vibrant atmosphere of patriotism and enthusiasm on Saturday. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary hoisted the national flag at the historic Gandhi Maidan during the main state ceremony. This marked his first Independence Day celebration as Chief Minister at this venue. Following the flag hoisting, he ... Read more Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary Hoists National Flag at Gandhi Maidan for the First Time
4 Die After Inhaling Toxic Gas Inside Well In Bihar
At least 4 people were died after inhaling toxic gas while repairing a motor inside a well at Garh Karmauni village in Bihar's Gaya ji.
The World Carries India Within It
On 15 August 2026, India will raise its flag for the eightieth time. Seventy-nine years since the British left. Seventy-nine years since freedom arrived carrying both a promise and a question: What would we do with it? Every Independence Day, we remember the struggle, the marches, the prisons, the salt, the sacrifice, the long and wounded birth of a nation. But perhaps Independence Day is also a time to remember another inheritance, the ideas, inventions, practices and traditions that India has sent out into the world. Not as a boast, not as a claim staked on history, but as a quiet reckoning with the ways in which knowledge travels, leaving one civilization, entering another, and finally becoming so ordinary that nobody remembers where it began. One of Indias most influential contributions came from mathematics. Its story was not the work of one mathematician alone. In the fifth century, Aryabhata developed a place-value system that depended on the idea of an empty position, creating what we might call a silent zero. Although he did not use a separate written symbol for zero, his system required a placeholder to distinguish numerical values according to their position. More than a century later, Brahmagupta gave that silence a mathematical identity. In the seventh century, he described zero, or Shunya, as a number in its own right and established rules for calculating with it. Together with the decimal and place-value systems, their work transformed calculation and gave the world a numerical language in which stars could be measured, economies could be built and machines could think. The mobile phone in your hand, the satellite circling above you and the spreadsheet waiting for its next figure all carry, somewhere inside their intricate machinery, the inheritance of that ancient Indian insight. But Indias mathematical imagination did not end with zero. Indian scholars made significant advances in algebra, geometry, astronomy, trigonometry and the calculation of pi. Aryabhata wrote about the rotation of the Earth and developed methods for calculating astronomical positions. The Sulba Sutras contained early geometrical knowledge, while later mathematicians such as Bhaskara II explored ideas that anticipated aspects of algebra and calculus. These achievements remind us that mathematics is not merely a collection of formulas. It is a way of asking the universe to reveal its pattern. Chess travelled in a different way. It began, historians broadly believe, in the form of Chaturanga, a game of war and strategy played in India during the Gupta period. Its pieces represented the forces of an army: infantry, cavalry, elephants and chariots. Over centuries, the game moved through Persia and the Arab world before reaching Europe, changing shape as it travelled. Today, a chessboard can be found in a schoolroom in Srinagar, a caf in Paris, a park in Moscow or a championship hall in Chennai. Indias gift was not only the game. It was the idea that conflict could be studied, contained and transformed into thought. Indias contributions to language were equally profound. Paninis Ashtadhyayi, composed more than two thousand years ago, presented Sanskrit grammar through an extraordinarily precise system of rules. Its structure has drawn the attention of modern linguists and computer scientists because of its formal, almost algorithmic quality. It showed that language could be observed not only as poetry and expression, but also as a system with patterns, structures and transformations. In India, language was not simply a tool for communication. It was a universe to be examined. The countrys reputation as a centre of learning is older than its modern universities. Takshashila and Nalanda were places where students and scholars gathered from different regions to study medicine, astronomy, philosophy, grammar and logic. Nalanda, in present-day Bihar, drew scholars from China and Central Asia. It belonged to an age when knowledge did not always arrive divided into departments, syllabi and examination halls. It moved more freely, like water finding its level. Indias medical traditions also travelled through time and across borders. Ayurveda developed a holistic approach to health, placing attention on diet, herbs, daily routines and the relationship between body and mind. The Charaka Samhita explored internal medicine, while the surgical writings attributed to Sushruta described procedures and instruments that reveal the sophistication of early Indian surgery. These traditions have immense historical significance. Their modern use, however, must be approached responsibly. Ancient systems may inform contemporary wellness, but they cannot replace evidence-based clinical care. India also made remarkable advances in metallurgy. The Iron Pillar of Delhi, known for its resistance to corrosion, remains a striking example of ancient Indian metalworking. Indian wootz steel, produced through a sophisticated crucible process, became renowned for its quality and influenced the development of famous Damascus blades. Behind these achievements lay an understanding of heat, carbon, minerals and materials that was practical, experimental and highly refined. Few Indian traditions have travelled as visibly as yoga. Once practised by relatively small circles of seekers, yoga now appears in schools, studios, hospitals, gyms and living rooms across the world. It has been stretched, commercialised, branded and sometimes separated from its philosophical roots. Yet beneath the mats, the postures and the breath-counting remains an old proposition: that the body is not merely a machine carrying the mind, but a doorway into it. The United Nations recognised 21 June as the International Day of Yoga in 2014, and UNESCO placed yoga on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016. Long before institutions gave it official recognition, people had already discovered what the practice could offer: a pause in a world that profits from permanent motion. Indias philosophical gifts have travelled even further. Buddhism carried ideas of compassion, mindfulness and freedom from suffering across Asia and eventually into the wider world. Jainism placed non-violence and respect for all living beings at the centre of spiritual life. Sikhism brought together equality, courage, devotion and service. And then there was ahimsa, non-violence, not as weakness and not as surrender, but as a force capable of unsettling an empire. Mahatma Gandhi transformed it into a method of mass resistance. Martin Luther King Jr. studied and adapted its principles during the American civil rights movement. Others, in different countries and different struggles, found in it a way to confront power without becoming its mirror. Indias gifts have not travelled only through books and laboratories. They have travelled in song, spice, fabric, rhythm and story. Indian cotton and textiles were traded across the ancient world. Hindustani and Carnatic music carry centuries of listening. Bharatanatyam and Kathak turn the body into language. Indian food crosses borders in tiffin boxes, restaurants, kitchens and family recipes altered by migration. Indian cinema, made in many languages and many emotional registers, has created its own geography of longing. Its songs travel farther than its plots. Its faces become familiar in places where the languages are not. The world may not understand every word, but it recognises the gesture: the mother waiting, the lover returning, the family breaking and remaking itself. These are not small things. A culture survives not only in monuments, but in what people hum while washing dishes, in what they cook when they are homesick and in the stories they tell their children before sleep. Modern India has continued to send its ideas outward. The Indian Space Research Organisation has shown that ambitious scientific work need not always be accompanied by extravagant spending. The Mars Orbiter Mission, launched in 2013, entered Mars orbit on 24 September 2014 on its first attempt. ISRO describes it as Indias first interplanetary mission and notes that its success demonstrated the countrys ability to carry out a complex mission in a cost-effective manner. But science is not a miracle performed by a nation. It is the result of people: scientists, technicians, teachers, programmers, machinists, students and workers whose names rarely appear in celebration speeches. The same is true of the Universal Serial Bus, now so familiar that its name has almost disappeared into everyday language. Indian-American computer architect Ajay V. Bhatt led the team at Intel that developed the technology. The device that connects our phones, cameras, hard drives and laptops is another reminder that innovation often arrives quietly, then becomes indispensable. Indias scientific contribution also includes the work of Jagadish Chandra Bose in radio and plant science, the development of fibre-optic communication by Narinder Singh Kapany and the achievements of Indian doctors, engineers, researchers and entrepreneurs working across the world. The story of Indias gifts is therefore not a straight line from an ancient past to a glorious present. It is a river with many streams. Some flow from Sanskrit texts and temple schools. Some come from laboratories, universities and space centres. Some emerge from workshops, kitchens, farms, weaving communities and ordinary homes. There is a danger, however, in making a catalogue of Indias achievements. A country can become so enchanted by its ancient glory that it forgets the living people standing in its shadow. What does it mean to praise Nalanda while schools crumble? To celebrate Ayurveda while public hospitals struggle? To speak of the wisdom of non-violence while hatred is made profitable? To celebrate the sophistication of Indian mathematics while children are denied the education needed to understand it? To claim the generosity of Indian civilization while dissenters are silenced, minorities are frightened and the poor are asked to be grateful for survival? The question is not whether India has given the world great things. It has. The more difficult question is whether India is still willing to give the world what its oldest traditions demanded of it: curiosity without arrogance, knowledge without ownership, strength without cruelty, faith without hatred and progress without the destruction of the vulnerable. Zero teaches us that absence can contain possibility. Astronomy teaches us to look beyond the limits of the earth. Chess teaches us that every move alters the board. Yoga teaches us to breathe before we act. Language teaches us that every word carries a history. Metallurgy teaches us that patient knowledge can outlast its makers. Music teaches us that memory can be carried in sound. Ahimsa teaches us that power need not resemble violence. Perhaps these are not merely Indias gifts to the world. Perhaps they are instructions sent back to India from its own past. So, when the flag rises on 15 August, let it not be only a symbol of what India once overcame, or a banner beneath which we recite what India once achieved. Let it be a question moving through the country, from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi to the paddy fields of Punjab, the apple orchards of Kashmir and the fishing villages of Kerala; from the farmers who read the sky, to the weavers who preserve memory in thread, to the students building robots in Atal Tinkering Labs, to the scientists sending Indias imagination beyond the earth: What will we do with what we have inherited? Because a nation is not made great by the treasures it locks inside its history. It is made great by what it protects in the present, by what it imagines for the future, and by whether, after giving the world zero, India can still find a way to make sure that no one, no child, no community, no language and no memory is treated as if they count for nothing. (The author is a columnist)
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to Visit Bihar on August 16-17
New Delhi, August 15: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar on August 16 and 17, accompanied by a high-level delegation from the Election Commission of India. The delegation includes Senior Deputy Election Commissioner Manish Garg, Director General (Media) Ashish Goyal, Director General (IT) Dr. Seema Khanna, and other ... Read more Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to Visit Bihar on August 16-17
Thousands participate in Tiranga Yatra in Bihar, Jharkhand
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary led the Tiranga Yatra as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign-2026 in Munger district, whereas the 209 CoBRA Battalion (CRPF) organised a motorcycle Tiranga Yatra to foster patriotism, national integration, and respect for the Tricolour in Jharkhand
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Patna, August 14: The debate over Bihars liquor ban policy has reignited, with leaders from various parties demanding a review of the law in place. This controversy escalated following a recent survey suggesting a reconsideration or repeal of the ban. Jitan Ram Manjhi, the patron of the Hindustani Awam Morcha and a government ally, has ... Read more Pappu Yadav Supports Jitan Ram Manjhis Call for Review of Bihars Liquor Ban
Bihar Chief Minister honours Partition victims on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
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Bihars DGP Issues Warning Against SIM Card Misuse Amid Rising Cybercrime
Patna, August 14: Bihars Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar has taken a firm stance against the escalating threat of cybercrime in the state. He warned that strict action will be taken against individuals acquiring more SIM cards than permitted using a single identification document. Kumar also stated that legal action will be initiated ... Read more Bihars DGP Issues Warning Against SIM Card Misuse Amid Rising Cybercrime
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Prashant Kishor Criticizes Bihar Government, Predicts Continued Crime and Migration
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18 Bihar cops chosen for police medals, three get top honours
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Patna, August 14: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihar, has launched a sharp attack on the state government regarding its claims of proposed industrial investments. In response to the recent announcement of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth approximately 51,600 crores signed between the industry department and various industrial groups, Yadav questioned why ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Questions Bihar Governments Investment Claims
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The incident occurred at Garh Karmauni village in Dobhi police station area of the district.
Madhav Kaushik Appointed Captain Of Noida Kings For UP T20 League 2026
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Noida Kings have appointed experienced Uttar Pradesh batter Madhav Kaushik as their captain for the fourth edition of the UP T20 League, as the franchise looks to mount a strong challenge for the title in the upcoming season. Madhav, who joined Noida Kings from the 2024 Meerut Mavericks, brings with him considerable experience in the UP T20 League as well as Uttar Pradeshs domestic cricket structure. His appointment also gives the Kings a leader who has already handled captaincy responsibilities in the competition, having led Meerut Mavericks to the title in 2024 and also to the finals in the 2025 edition. Madhav has been one of the consistent performers since the UP T20 League's inaugural season in 2023. In the first two editions, he accumulated 716 runs, scoring 350 runs in 2023 and improving that tally to 366 runs in 2024. His 2024 campaign saw him finish among the leading run-scorers in the tournament, with 366 runs in 12 matches at an average of 61 and a strike rate of 146.99, including three half-centuries. In the 2025 season, Madhav scored 286 runs in 13 matches at an average of 31.78 and a strike rate of 139.51, with one half-century. His highest score was an explosive 95 off just 31 balls, an innings that included 10 fours and seven sixes and came at a strike rate of 306.45. Across the first three editions of the competition, Kaushik has therefore amassed 1,002 runs, making him one of the league's most experienced and productive batters. Beyond the T20 format, Madhav has established himself as a dependable top-order batter for Uttar Pradesh in first-class cricket. He has played 28 first-class matches, scoring 1,441 runs in 41 innings at an average of 37.92, with four centuries and five fifties. His highest first-class score is 185 not out against Nagaland in the 2025-26 season. In the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, he scored 351 runs in eight innings at an average of 50.14, including his career-best 185, ending the season as the top run-getter for Uttar Pradesh. Beyond the T20 format, Madhav has established himself as a dependable top-order batter for Uttar Pradesh in first-class cricket. He has played 28 first-class matches, scoring 1,441 runs in 41 innings at an average of 37.92, with four centuries and five fifties. His highest first-class score is 185 not out against Nagaland in the 2025-26 season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The fourth edition of the UP T20 League will begin on August 14, 2026, with the tournament scheduled to run until September 6. The season will feature 34 matches over 24 days, with matches being played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow and Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. Six teams will compete for the title, with Noida Kings aiming to improve on their previous campaigns. Article Source: IANS
Four people dead after inhaling toxic gas in Bihar's Gaya Ji, govt announces financial assistance
Four people, including a man and his son, died on Friday allegedly of asphyxiation after inhaling toxic gas while repairing a motor inside a well in Bihar's Gaya Ji district. The incident was reported at Garh Karmauni village in Dobhi police station area of the district. The deceased have been identified as Chamari Manjhi, his son Dilchand Manjhi, Vikas Chaudhary and Vijay Chaudhary.
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4 die after inhaling toxic gas while repairing motor inside well in Bihar
Four die of asphyxiation after inhaling toxic gas inside well in Bihars Gaya Ji
Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed grief over the incident and directed officials concerned to provide ex gratia of 4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased
BPSC Exam Calendar 2026 - Prelims, Mains
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Company that signed 22,500 crore MoU with Bihar govt. has only 11 lakh capital, says Tejashwi
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Indian Embassy Celebrates Bihar Day in Azerbaijan, Showcasing Culture and Cuisine
Baku, August 14: The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan hosted a vibrant celebration of Bihar Day on Thursday. The event highlighted Bihars rich cultural heritage, lively traditions, tourism potential, handicrafts, and traditional cuisine. Attendees included diplomats from various countries and international organizations, prominent figures from government and various organizations, representatives from the business community, media personnel, ... Read more Indian Embassy Celebrates Bihar Day in Azerbaijan, Showcasing Culture and Cuisine
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In an exclusive interview with TOI, Prashant Kishor said the word Bihari has increasingly become a slur, particularly for migrants from the state. He attributed the stigma to Bihar's poverty and lack of opportunities, and called for voters to prioritise education, jobs and good governance over caste and party loyalty.
4 die after inhaling suspected poisonous gas in Gaya well
Bihar CM Samrat Chaudhary meets Nitish Kumar, briefs him on development works
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Friday met former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and reports suggested that the meeting between the two leaders lasted for about half an hour. JDU Working President Sanjay Jha was also present during the meeting. CM Samrat Chaudhary shared photos of his meeting with Nitish Kumar on his X account, stating that he had a courtesy meeting with the former Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar.
Quiet 19-Month Police Hunt For Bidar ATM Robbers That Ended In Bihar
The suspects had fled to Bihar, nearly 1,500 km away, leaving the Bidar police to work in another State, among unfamiliar surroundings and without the local network they had at home
Tejashwi Yadav doing part-time politics in Bihar: JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha
JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha criticised Tejashwi Yadav's proposed march. Jha stated Yadav engages in part-time politics in Bihar. Yadav announced RJD's march to Lok Bhavan over a police incident. Action was taken against the policeman involved in the protest. Jha suggested Yadav address student protests in Ranchi instead.
200 people attack cops with stones, free arrested criminal in Bihar
people attack cops with stones free arrested criminal in Bihar
'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is extraordinary...': Harbhajan Singh
Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh said that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is extraordinary and has not seen a player who can dominate the world at such a young age. The former cricketer feels that the only way to survive against the Bihar-born cricketer is to attack and dismiss him
